Pakistan's Gen Z taking to investing in stocks in big way, claim stock managers (opens original article in a new tab)

Pakistan's Gen Z is significantly increasing stock market participation, accounting for 41% of new accounts in FY25-26, though overall investment levels remain low compared to regional peers. The KSE 100-Index has seen substantial gains, driven by improved investor confidence and IMF support.

• Pakistan's Gen Z makes up 41% of new stock exchange accounts in FY25-26
• Overall investment by Pakistan's population remains below 0.2% compared to neighbors like India and Bangladesh
• KSE 100-Index rose 1.1% on Wednesday, with a 43% year-to-date gain